Family-friendly vacation rentals in Picnic Bay

Island Family Getaway @ Arcadia BIRD LOVERS ENJOY

Magnetic Reef unit 8 is a fully air conditioned, two bedroom unit with an open kitchen making this the perfect accommodation choice for the family or couple. Take advantage of the large shaded pool and BBQ area, as well as your private balcony overlooking the garden. Comfortable family unit and decorated with local scenery images this unit shows how much the we love the island. Only 5 minutes walk to Alma Bay (400m). We brought this unit because we love the location and our favourite complex!

Samsara Holiday House includes Wi-Fi

Samsara is on Magnetic Island in North Queensland, adjacent to the National Park & seasonal creek with nearby rockpools & waterfall The house has great ambiance with fabulous views & visiting wildlife. Samsara is great for couples, solo adventurers, and families. It is located in a quiet residential street & is surrounded by natural vegetation, granite boulders & accompanying wildlife. Friendly Kookaburra's, Koala's in the trees, Wallabies & Possums in the evenings & some glorious butterflies.

Marina View Nelly Bay Magnetic Island

Your home away from home during your stay on Maggie is lovely "Marina View" a studio style apartment with a comfy Sealy King bed, bathroom with everything you need, coffee Pod machine, toaster & microwave, living area with TV and DVD and a private terrace with sensational views of the marina and our fantastic sunsets. Please note this is a resort studio style unit & the above is the only cooking amenity but you have BBQ’s & restaurant nearby and cafes within walking distance. Relax and enjoy!

The Footbridge Garden Studio

The Footbridge is a one bedroom studio on the doorstep of beautiful Horseshoe Bay. Adult guests, whether your a single or couple , will enjoy a private courtyard and own pool. A queen size bed with attached en suite. Not suitable for infants and children. A brief walk ,160 steps, to great cafes, restaurants, beach, and bush walks. Enjoy beautiful beach side sunsets and the magic of the famous Magnetic island Butterfly park at your back door The Footbridge studio is the perfect getaway.

Nelly Bay Apartment with Magnesium Pool

Ground floor apartment, owners live upstairs. Friendly dog resides on the property. 2 bedrooms. 1 x queen bed, 1 x double bed. Patio, bbq and pool area all for guests. Lush tropical environment, shady trees, Magnesium pool. Close to bush-walking tracks, bus stops, 3-5 minutes walk to beach and shops. 8 minutes walk to ferry terminal. So close to all amenities but surrounded by trees, birds, wallabies, koalas. With the creek across the road you feel like you're in a tropical rainforest.

ISLAND ADVENTURE HOLIDAY HOUSE

This large 2 storey holiday house has it all. Big enough for 2 or more families to holiday together and share the cost (sleeps max 14). Otherwise, plenty of space for smaller groups to spread out and enjoy with 5 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms & 2 kitchens. There is a good sized swimming pool or it's only a short stroll to the local beach. If you don't feel like cooking, walk down to the local bar for a steak and some beers or whatever else you fancy. Enjoy & relax on Magnetic Island.

Private self contained 1 bedroom unit.

Located on a no through road amidst tropical palms is our fully self contained 1 bedroom unit on the ground floor of our home. Surrounded by native bush and wildlife you get to experience the real Maggie just 1.5km from the ferry terminal and a 3 minute walk to the bus stop. Fully air conditioned or enjoy the fresh air and wildlife sounds by utilizing the ceiling fans throughout. Share our large private pool with gorgeous tropical surrounds. Off street parking is available.

The Pineapple Packing Shed

This unique and tranquil getaway is located alongside the butterfly rainforest. Enjoy interacting with the wildlife including koalas and wallabies in their natural environment. Only 300m to pubs, cafes, restaurants, bus, beach and some of the island’s most spectacular bushwalks. Your accommodation is ideally suited for 2. This newly built granny flat is attached to a garage at the rear of the block with its own private entrance.

NEW! Maggie A-frame hideaway

Maggie A-frame is a beautiful wooden A-frame house situated in Horseshoe Bay on tropical Magnetic Island. The island itself is within the World Heritage listed Great Barrier Reef Marine Park, easily located by a short ferry ride from Townsville, Queensland. Surrounded by palm trees and mango trees, Maggie A-frame houses five lucky guests – with a hammock and a private garden filled with birds and tropical plants.

1. Haven-on-Hughes Townsville Modern 2BR 4km CBD

Welcome to #1 Haven-on-Hughes, a modern, secure ground-level 2-bedroom apartment just 4km from Townsville CBD. Thoughtfully set up for business travellers, couples, families, and longer stays. This peaceful retreat offers comfort, privacy, and everything you need to feel at home. Whether you’re visiting for work, relocating, or exploring Townsville, this space is designed to make your stay easy and relaxing.

Picnic Palms | 3BR Home – 5-Min to Beach & Cafés

Welcome to Picnic Palms, your relaxed island escape! A bright 3-bed home just minutes from Picnic Bay Beach. Enjoy modern comfort, a tropical patio with BBQ, outdoor dining, firepit and TV for movie nights under the stars. Fully equipped kitchen, Wi-Fi, and laundry included – perfect for couples, families or friends to unwind and explore Magnetic Island.

Mandalay Pavilion

Tranquil, private and built for the tropics, Mandalay Pavilion is located within walking distance of the Nelly Bay foreshore, ferry terminal, shops, restaurants and cafes. Architecturally designed to capture light and breezes this self-contained pavilion set in lush gardens is the ideal space to retreat to on your Magnetic Island getaway.